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New York City
fromwww.amny.com
10 hours ago

Op-Ed | Overhauling New York's paid medical leave law would benefit small businesses | amNewYork

New York's Temporary Disability Insurance program inadequately supports injured workers, providing only $170 per week, a figure unchanged since 1989.
#amazon
New York Islanders
fromEngadget
1 day ago

Trump labor board tells Amazon to negotiate with Staten Island warehouse union

Amazon is ordered to recognize and bargain with the Teamsters union for Staten Island workers after a prolonged standoff.
fromCommon Dreams
1 day ago
Washington DC

Ocasio-Cortez Vindicated-Again-After Amazon HQ2 Added No Jobs in Virginia Last Year | Common Dreams

New York Islanders
fromEngadget
1 day ago

Trump labor board tells Amazon to negotiate with Staten Island warehouse union

Amazon is ordered to recognize and bargain with the Teamsters union for Staten Island workers after a prolonged standoff.
fromCommon Dreams
1 day ago
Washington DC

Ocasio-Cortez Vindicated-Again-After Amazon HQ2 Added No Jobs in Virginia Last Year | Common Dreams

Remote teams
fromLos Angeles Times
11 hours ago

Two days in the office a month? L.A. city attorney candidates tussle over telework

Los Angeles City Atty. Hydee Feldstein Soto and challenger Marissa Roy have opposing views on office attendance policies for city attorneys.
Media industry
fromVulture
3 hours ago

WGA Reaches Tentative New Deal

Writers Guild of America reached a tentative four-year deal with studios, focusing on health care improvements, AI protections, and increased fees.
fromFast Company
1 day ago

The architecture world just got its second union

This contract, the second in the industry, sets a standard for workers at Sage and Coombe and beyond, according to Architectural Workers United, which has been instrumental in organizing efforts.
NYC startup
LGBT
fromGothamist
12 hours ago

NYC's LGBTQIA+ office leader poised to tackle 'entrenched disparities'

New York City opens its first office for LGBTQIA+ Affairs, led by civil rights attorney Taylor Brown, the highest-ranking openly trans person in city government.
US Elections
fromLos Angeles Times
16 hours ago

House Democrats to hold California 'shadow hearings' on midterm election security

California Democrats are holding hearings to defend state election systems against Trump's fraud allegations and threats of intervention.
#lgbtq
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
7 hours ago

A librarian was fired for refusing to hide LGBTQ+ books from kids. Then something amazing happened. - LGBTQ Nation

Library director Luanne James was fired for refusing to remove LGBTQ+ books from youth access, sparking significant community support and fundraising efforts.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

More same-sex couples than ever are living together, and most are women - LGBTQ Nation

Female same-sex couples now outnumber male same-sex couples in the U.S., with significant income disparities persisting between the two groups.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
7 hours ago

A librarian was fired for refusing to hide LGBTQ+ books from kids. Then something amazing happened. - LGBTQ Nation

Library director Luanne James was fired for refusing to remove LGBTQ+ books from youth access, sparking significant community support and fundraising efforts.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

More same-sex couples than ever are living together, and most are women - LGBTQ Nation

Female same-sex couples now outnumber male same-sex couples in the U.S., with significant income disparities persisting between the two groups.
Agriculture
fromThe Nation
1 day ago

Meet the Immigrant Workers Who Launched the First Major Meatpacking Strike in Decades

Workers at the Greeley beef-processing plant launched a historic strike after years of exploitation and fear stemming from past ICE raids.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
21 hours ago

NAACP responds after homeless man 'dumped' in Oakland by San Leandro police

San Leandro officers forcibly transported a homeless man to Oakland and 'dumped' him, prompting outrage from civil rights groups.
Silicon Valley food
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

This 30-Year-Old Uber Employee Started a 'Scrappy' Side Hustle in Her Kitchen - It Hit $10K in 48 Hours: 'Never About Chasing a Trend'

Glabman created She's The Sauce to provide functional condiments while managing health issues, achieving $10,000 in revenue within 48 hours.
Healthcare
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Unions push NewYork-Presbyterian to reach an agreement on city healthcare contract before thousands are booted out of network | amNewYork

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital's contract negotiations could impact 40,000 city workers and retirees, risking their in-network access to care.
Intellectual property law
fromNextgov.com
1 day ago

Tech bills of the week: Limiting adversaries' access to US tech; and boosting cyber apprenticeships

New legislation aims to strengthen U.S. export controls on sensitive technologies to prevent adversaries from exploiting them for economic gain.
fromShore News Network - The Latest Breaking, Viral and Trending News
1 day ago

Federal judge allows parts of discrimination lawsuit against NYC agency to proceed

The lawsuit was filed by Deshanae L. Brown, who alleges she was subjected to discrimination based on her race, sex, and disability, citing violations of federal and state laws including Title VII, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Family and Medical Leave Act.
Law
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
1 day ago

Triple Header for Privacy's Defender in New York

"Privacy's Defender is a compelling account of a life well lived and an inspiring call to action for the next generation of civil liberties champions." ~Edward Snowden, whistleblower; author of Permanent Record
Privacy technologies
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Equity advocate turned defendant: Former head of S.F. human rights commission accused of corruption

Sheryl Davis is accused of steering millions of dollars to Collective Impact, a San Francisco-based nonprofit she previously ran as executive director, according to a criminal complaint filed Monday by the San Francisco District Attorney's Office.
Non-profit organizations
Education
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 day ago

Silicon Valley teachers union leader faces 'hostile' conduct complaint - San Jose Spotlight

The leader of a teachers union is on leave due to a whistleblower complaint about alleged racially insensitive conduct.
Careers
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

I used to advise companies on what to pay people. Here are 4 myths you should ignore when negotiating your salary.

Negotiation success relies more on personal value and offers than on market research or salary data.
Business
fromFortune
1 day ago

Leaders push for a 'Manhattan Project' and public-private solutions around AI and labor | Fortune

AI could create a talent and job crisis, necessitating collaboration between public and private sectors to manage the transition effectively.
East Bay real estate
fromKqed
1 day ago

1 Way to Help Oakland Teachers' Salaries Go Further? Affordable Housing | KQED

Oakland is creating affordable housing for teachers to combat high living costs and retain educators in the district.
Relationships
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Why your next PTO day should be a 'skip day'

Skip day is a tradition where friends take a mental health day off work to enjoy time together, promoting well-being and connection.
Mission District
from48 hills
1 day ago

John Elberling, advocate for economic and housing justice, dies at 79 - 48 hills

John Elberling advocated against gentrification and for housing justice in San Francisco, emphasizing the human cost of unchecked commercial growth.
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

TWU's 2-person subway train crew bill would derail progress, good government and business groups tell state pols | amNewYork

The coalition urged State Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins and Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie to shoot down the TWU Local 100-backed effort to prevent the MTA from expanding one-person train operation to more subway lines.
NYC politics
Privacy professionals
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

Pinterest said he violated laid-off colleagues' privacy. Now he's going public

A former Pinterest engineer claims he was unjustly fired for sharing a tool that revealed employee layoffs.
Coffee
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

Starbucks staff will now get paid weekly and some will get new bonuses

Starbucks is switching to weekly paychecks and introducing a performance-based bonus program for baristas at top stores.
Silicon Valley
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

'You're a liar.' Why the world's biggest building boom has run into a wall in California

Public opposition to data centers in California is rising, impacting investment and job creation in the state.
Tech industry
fromTheregister
3 days ago

Recently laid-off Oracle worker says AI is coming for jobs

Oracle laid off thousands of employees, attributing job losses to AI integration in large enterprises.
Europe politics
fromwww.thelocal.se
2 days ago

Swedish union leaders warn 'haphazard' citizenship reforms could harm international reputation

Support for transitional rules in Sweden's citizenship overhaul is crucial to maintain trust and attract skilled workers.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
3 days ago

Former mayoral staffer sues Oakland, says she was fired for blowing the whistle

Leigh Hanson filed a lawsuit claiming wrongful termination after raising concerns about unethical behavior involving then-Interim Mayor Kevin Jenkins and a city contractor.
Higher education
fromTruthout
3 days ago

Faculty Fight Anti-Union Tactics at St. John's University in New York

St. John's University faculty mobilizes against administration's decision to end union recognition and contract negotiations, citing labor conditions and transparency issues.
World politics
fromMiami Herald
3 days ago

List of Countries Turning to Four-Day Weeks as Oil Crisis Bites

Countries are implementing measures like four-day work weeks to reduce fuel consumption amid rising energy prices due to the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran.
SF politics
fromMission Local
3 days ago

Saikat Chakrabarti is flooding the zone with canvassers, paying up to $45/hr for more than 250 of them

Chakrabarti adopts Lurie's campaign strategies, focusing on self-financing, anti-status quo messaging, and a large paid canvasser operation.
#unionization
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

New York Transit Museum workers unionize in unanimous vote as they seek better wages, job security | amNewYork

New York Transit Museum workers formed the Transit Museum Collective union for better wages and job security, achieving unanimous support in their vote.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

New York Transit Museum workers unionize in unanimous vote as they seek better wages, job security | amNewYork

New York Transit Museum workers formed the Transit Museum Collective union for better wages and job security, achieving unanimous support in their vote.
Boston
fromFast Company
4 days ago

Woman allegedly called ICE on workers she hired

A woman faces backlash for allegedly reporting construction workers to ICE after a roofing job, claiming she owes them money and denies making the call.
SOMA, SF
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
4 days ago

Op-Ed: Don't Blow Sunday Streets - Streetsblog San Francisco

San Francisco's budget cuts threaten the Sunday Streets program, vital for community health and cohesion, by eliminating significant funding from the Department of Public Health.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
4 days ago

Good Morning, News: PCC Strike Ends, TSA Workers Finally Get Paid, and a Hospital Forced a Woman to Appear in Virtual Court While in Labor

Support for local journalism and arts is crucial for community enrichment and cultural coverage.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

'We call it the walking bus': How kids are getting to school amid ICE operations

Immigration enforcement actions have increased fear among residents in Democratic-run cities, impacting families and children significantly.
San Francisco
fromKqed
4 days ago

San Francisco Leaders Propose New Law Requiring Police to ID ICE Agents | KQED

San Francisco's sanctuary city policy enhances public safety and trust by limiting local law enforcement's cooperation with federal immigration operations.
Social justice
fromThe Nation
4 days ago

On Chavez, People, and Power

A respected figure was revealed to have caused harm to vulnerable individuals, prompting a call for accountability and reflection on past actions and movements.
fromwww.thelocal.se
4 days ago

Swedish government wants to renegotiate pay transparency directive

It has become increasingly clear how great the challenges are in implementing the directive in a national context, both for us in Sweden and in other EU countries. Therefore, a relaunch at EU level is needed and we are now taking the initiative to do so.
EU data protection
Los Angeles
fromKqed
5 days ago

Marching for Immigrant Rights, 20 Years Ago and Today | KQED

The 2006 immigrant rights marches in Los Angeles galvanized Latino organizing and continue to inspire current activism against anti-immigration policies.
#remote-work
Remote teams
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Why employees are giving up remote work and moving back to urban centers

The pandemic-induced migration from cities has reversed, with workers returning to urban areas due to tightening return-to-office mandates and job availability.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Why employees are giving up remote work and moving back to urban centers

The pandemic-induced migration from cities has reversed, with workers returning to urban centers due to tightening return-to-office mandates and evolving labor markets.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Why employees are giving up remote work and moving back to urban centers

The pandemic-induced migration of workers from cities has reversed, with many returning due to tightening return-to-office mandates and evolving labor markets.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Why employees are giving up remote work and moving back to urban centers

The pandemic-induced migration from cities has reversed, with workers returning to urban areas due to tightening return-to-office mandates and job availability.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Why employees are giving up remote work and moving back to urban centers

The pandemic-induced migration from cities has reversed, with workers returning to urban centers due to tightening return-to-office mandates and evolving labor markets.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Why employees are giving up remote work and moving back to urban centers

The pandemic-induced migration of workers from cities has reversed, with many returning due to tightening return-to-office mandates and evolving labor markets.
#california
California
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

California is a sanctuary state. Its public pensions invest in companies working with ICE

California's pension funds have invested over $2.7 billion in companies contracting with ICE and DHS, raising concerns about alignment with state values.
US Elections
fromKqed
1 day ago

California Sues to Block Trump's Order on Vote-by-Mail | KQED

California Attorney General Rob Bonta filed a lawsuit against Trump's executive order on vote-by-mail oversight by the Postal Service.
California
fromStreetsblog California
2 days ago

Buffy Wicks Pushes Legislation to Cut Red Tape for Transformational Bicycle and Pedestrian Projects - Streetsblog California

AB 1976 aims to streamline California's pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure planning and construction processes.
US Elections
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Californians say democracy is in peril, state should enact voting rights protections, poll shows

Two-thirds of California voters believe democracy is under attack, with strong support for a state Voting Rights Act following recent Supreme Court decisions.
Law
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

California's top lawyer explains why he hasn't sued Kalshi like Nevada and Arizona

California's Attorney General emphasizes state sovereignty in regulating prediction markets amid ongoing legal battles across the US.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

California is a sanctuary state. Its public pensions invest in companies working with ICE

California's pension funds have invested over $2.7 billion in companies contracting with ICE and DHS, raising concerns about alignment with state values.
US Elections
fromKqed
1 day ago

California Sues to Block Trump's Order on Vote-by-Mail | KQED

California Attorney General Rob Bonta filed a lawsuit against Trump's executive order on vote-by-mail oversight by the Postal Service.
California
fromStreetsblog California
2 days ago

Buffy Wicks Pushes Legislation to Cut Red Tape for Transformational Bicycle and Pedestrian Projects - Streetsblog California

AB 1976 aims to streamline California's pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure planning and construction processes.
US Elections
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Californians say democracy is in peril, state should enact voting rights protections, poll shows

Two-thirds of California voters believe democracy is under attack, with strong support for a state Voting Rights Act following recent Supreme Court decisions.
Law
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

California's top lawyer explains why he hasn't sued Kalshi like Nevada and Arizona

California's Attorney General emphasizes state sovereignty in regulating prediction markets amid ongoing legal battles across the US.
fromJezebel
1 day ago

That Jonathan Majors-Daily Wire movie has a predictably bad relationship with unions

The crew walked off the Bonfire Legend production late last week and has called a strike against the production, citing a series of labor issues.
Media industry
#artificial-intelligence
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Retiring Partners Should Relinquish Prized Offices - Above the Law

Retiring partners often give up prime offices to accommodate rising lawyers, despite potential disputes over office locations and sizes.
#workers-rights
Berlin
fromThe Nation
1 week ago

Tourists See a Luxury Hotel. We See Labor History and a City That Protects Workers.

Hotel workers organized a historic strike in 1912, demanding better working conditions and protections, leading to the formation of a powerful union.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

New Yorkers filed more federal unfair labor standards cases than any other state last year | amNewYork

New Yorkers filed 1,269 federal lawsuits for labor violations, leading the nation in protecting workers' rights against employers.
Berlin
fromThe Nation
1 week ago

Tourists See a Luxury Hotel. We See Labor History and a City That Protects Workers.

Hotel workers organized a historic strike in 1912, demanding better working conditions and protections, leading to the formation of a powerful union.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

New Yorkers filed more federal unfair labor standards cases than any other state last year | amNewYork

New Yorkers filed 1,269 federal lawsuits for labor violations, leading the nation in protecting workers' rights against employers.
Business
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

How Wall Street tries to keep junior hours in check, from weekly guidelines to 'pencils down' periods

JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon predicts a future of 3.5-day work weeks, yet junior bankers currently endure grueling hours exceeding 40 weekly.
#generative-ai
fromFast Company
2 days ago
Women in technology

AI isn't just reshaping productivity and threatening to kill jobs. It's changing how we lead, communicate, and treat each other. It's also creating a new gender gap

Generative AI is reshaping communication, trust, and cultural interactions beyond productivity and efficiency concerns.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 week ago
Silicon Valley

San Jose workers want safeguards from AI - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose's largest union demands safeguards for workers regarding the deployment of generative AI tools amid ongoing contract negotiations.
Women in technology
fromFast Company
2 days ago

AI isn't just reshaping productivity and threatening to kill jobs. It's changing how we lead, communicate, and treat each other. It's also creating a new gender gap

Generative AI is reshaping communication, trust, and cultural interactions beyond productivity and efficiency concerns.
Silicon Valley
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 week ago

San Jose workers want safeguards from AI - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose's largest union demands safeguards for workers regarding the deployment of generative AI tools amid ongoing contract negotiations.
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
3 days ago

California Suspends Enforcement of Law Requiring VCs to Report Diversity Data

California suspended a new regulation requiring venture capital firms to report demographic data about startup founders amid public criticism.
SF politics
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

Big change for California small businesses: No more SBA loans for non-citizens

Green-card holders are now ineligible for SBA loans, impacting immigrant entrepreneurs and potentially harming job creation and the economy.
#ai-regulation
California
fromAxios
1 day ago

California cements its role as the national testing ground for AI rules

California is advancing AI regulations while the Trump administration seeks a national standard to limit state-level laws.
California
fromAxios
1 day ago

California cements its role as the national testing ground for AI rules

California is advancing AI regulations while the Trump administration seeks a national standard to limit state-level laws.
NYC politics
fromCity & State NY
5 days ago

Unions, NYC council members to rally for DCWP funding

Labor unions and advocates rally to demand full funding for the NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection amid proposed budget cuts.
Careers
fromSlate Magazine
5 days ago

There's Only One Way to Get More Money at Work. Some People Absolutely Refuse to Do It.

Many people do not negotiate their salaries, often accepting initial offers due to fear of appearing greedy.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago

Residential building service workers to hold strike vote on April 15

A strike vote by 32BJ SEIU members is scheduled for April 15 amid contract negotiations with the Realty Advisory Board.
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

Biglaw Firm Doubles Down On Pro Bono, And Lets The Billable Chips Fall Where They May - Above the Law

I'm incredibly proud of the firm and what we've accomplished in the last year. We had certainly, the year before, a historic year financially, and this year was also historic in being one of our best financial years in history.
Law
Non-profit organizations
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Bronx housing justice org Banana Kelly sued over not properly paying workers | amNewYork

Banana Kelly nonprofit is accused of underpaying workers, violating labor laws by not compensating for all hours worked.
fromStreetsblog New York City
4 days ago

Grubhub 'Outsourced' Delivery Work To Skirt Minimum Wage

"We've partnered with Relay Delivery, a third-party delivery as a service company, in New York City to outsource some of our fulfillment responsibilities to them. This partnership arises primarily to stem elevated driver pay costs in NYC, which have more than doubled since the new driver pay law was introduced."
NYC startup
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Union workers, Council members urge Mamdani to fully fund city's labor watchdog agency as budget deficit fears grow | amNewYork

Union workers rallied for full funding of the Department of Consumer and Worker Protection amid proposed budget cuts by Mayor Mamdani.
fromTruthout
5 days ago

A Shady Nonprofit Pushes Back On Pennsylvania's Proposed Minimum Wage Hike

"Today's vote ignores the well-documented harmful consequences of wage hikes by economists. Not only would this proposal slash up to 86,000 jobs, it would also worsen inflation for Pennsylvania workers and residents."
Non-profit organizations
#vermont
Remote teams
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

Vermont labor board orders state to end return-to-office requirement for employees

The Vermont Labor Relations Board ordered the rescindment of a requirement for state employees to return to physical offices three days a week.
fromWAMC
3 days ago
Remote teams

State officials plan appeal of Vermont Labor Relations Board decision

Remote teams
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

Vermont labor board orders state to end return-to-office requirement for employees

The Vermont Labor Relations Board ordered the rescindment of a requirement for state employees to return to physical offices three days a week.
fromWAMC
3 days ago
Remote teams

State officials plan appeal of Vermont Labor Relations Board decision

California
fromStreetsblog
5 days ago

No Kings Rallies Throughout California - Streetsblog California

Record attendance of 8 million at No Kings rallies across the U.S., with significant participation in California's major cities.
fromMoneywise
1 day ago

With gas prices spiking, you now have a new reason to ask your boss to work from home

If the Strait of Hormuz remains closed, I'll be happy if they only stayed at $4 a gallon. This situation is bound to impact budgets for commuters significantly.
Remote teams
Remote teams
fromVTDigger
3 days ago

Vermont labor board says state must end return-to-office requirement for employees - VTDigger

Vermont Labor Relations Board ordered the rescindment of a requirement for state employees to return to physical offices three days a week.
Artificial intelligence
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

Can A.I. Be Pro-Worker?

Economists advocate shifting AI policy focus from job displacement prevention to job enhancement and worker prosperity through deliberate policy choices rather than accepting technological inevitability.
Education
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

U.S. workers are carving a path to a new American Dream

American workers are proactively adapting to AI's workforce impacts in real time, demonstrating cultural resilience and pragmatic reimagining of career paths despite accelerating technological change.
Remote teams
fromAxios
2 days ago

Office vacancies hit record high

Companies are reducing office space needs due to a shift towards remote and hybrid work models post-pandemic.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
2 weeks ago

'It can't stand': Battle lines drawn for $30-minimum wage bill for NYC

A proposed $30 minimum wage for New York City has sparked intense debate between business opponents and worker advocates, with supporters citing affordability crisis impacts and opponents warning of unsustainable employer costs.
Miscellaneous
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I quit driving for Uber after I got a full-time finance job. Ride-hailing took more unpaid work than it used to.

Uber driver earnings declined significantly after the company switched to upfront pricing algorithms, requiring 50% more unpaid time online to earn the same income.
Remote teams
fromAbc
6 days ago

How to approach your employer about working from home and flexible work

Improving access to flexible work arrangements, including working from home, is essential for employees facing rising living costs.
Careers
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

Pay Transparency Is Changing the Rules for Employers - Here's What You Need to Know

Pay transparency laws are expanding across states and cities, requiring employers to disclose compensation ranges in job postings and promotions to combat wage discrimination and create equitable hiring practices.
New York City
fromNews 12 - Default
1 month ago

NYC announces more protected time off for workers

New York City guarantees more protected unpaid time off — 32 hours at hire and annually — for over three million workers, with enforcement and fines.
Privacy professionals
fromComputerworld
2 months ago

Workers challenge 'hidden' AI hiring tools in class action with major regulatory stakes.

AI assigns candidates 0–5 suitability scores using inferred traits like culture fit and trajectory, producing unreviewable reports that can screen out applicants before human review.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
2 months ago

Silicon Valley Employees Are Starting to Protest Again

Tech industry shifted from pandemic-era progressive employee activism to conservative, pro-Trump alignment as leaders, investors, and AI-driven job fears suppressed dissent.
fromCalifornia Peculiarities Employment Law Blog
1 month ago

Getting Ready for Gameday: California's Labor Commissioner vs. Employers

DLSE Investigations and Enforcement Employers doing business in California are well aware of the DLSE, aka the Labor Commissioner's Office, which, among other things, investigates wage and hour practices and adjudicates employees' wage theft claims. With Superbowl LX on our minds, we thought it appropriate to take a time out for a recap of the 2025 DLSE season's expansive impact on employers.
Law
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Delivery worker wage laws beat challenges by DoorDash, Uber, Instacart amNewYork

A federal judge denied DoorDash and Uber's request to block New York City laws requiring tipping prompts, ruling no likely First Amendment violation or irreparable harm.
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